PHL 332 - Religion and Its Critics:Studies in Philosophy of Religion

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Endicott College

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How intelligent is "intelligent design" Is belief in God rational Is it moral Or, is religion a way of life that creates hostility and destroys our ability to be human How can religion address the problems of evil and innocent suffering This discussion-intensive course explores several of the most influential philosophical criticisms of religion, along with a range of defenses of religious belief and practice, through philosophical and literary texts. The course surveys premodern, modern, and postmodern texts from the Jewish, Christian, and philosophical traditions . Satisfies the Arts and Humanities core requirement. Prerequisites & Notes PHL 100, PHL 104 or REL 104. (Cr: 3)

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.endicott.edu

Phone Number:

(978) 927-0585

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

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Semester

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